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A CDC vaccine panel just voted to change its advice on the MMRV vaccine.
The new guidance would stop recommending MMRV for kids under 4 years old.
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Donald Trump overestimated 2024 drug overdose deaths by more than 250,000.
He claimed 300,000 to 350,000 people died, but experts say it's closer to 79,000.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided the much lower number.
Addiction experts called Trump’s claim a serious exaggeration.
The...
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• New law cuts Medicaid funding and threatens rural hospitals
• Rural hospitals rely on Medicaid for most of their income
• Senator Susan Collins warns Republicans to revise the bill
• Research shows up to 338 rural hospitals may shut down
• Communities could lose critical medical care without action
Medicaid Cuts...
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∘ A federal judge blocked a Justice Department subpoena for gender-affirming care records at Boston Children’s Hospital.
∘ HIPAA lets providers share health data in response to a subpoena but does not force them to.
∘ Providers must weigh patient privacy against court orders or risk being held in...
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A young man nearly had his organs removed while still alive.
A new neurosurgeon intervened to stop the surgery.
The case raises tough questions about organ donation rules.
Experts say we must improve how and when organ donation happens.
Organ Donation System in Question
Larry Black Jr. lay on...
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Senator Roger Marshall’s comments challenge standard vaccine advice.
He argues not all people need every shot.
He questions giving newborns the hepatitis B vaccine.
Health experts say his views endanger public health.
Why This Anti-Vaccine Senator Worries Public Health
Mixed Messages on Vaccines
Senator Roger Marshall spoke on national TV....
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• Former Rep. Yardira Caraveo ends her bid for the 8th District seat
• She cites mental health stigma as the main barrier
• Caraveo thanks supporters and urges better understanding
• Her withdrawal highlights the toll of stigma in politics
Mental Health Stigma and Political Campaigns
Yardira Caraveo surprised many when she...
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Top health officials plan to tie COVID-19 vaccines to child deaths using unverified data.
They will show user-submitted VAERS reports without any vetting.
Experts warn this move spreads vaccine misinformation and scares people.
The CDC advisory panel will weigh new COVID-19 vaccine guidance on Sept. 18–19.
Could Vaccine...
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A tiny brain worm can confuse and paralyze moose, often leading to their death.
White-tailed deer spread the parasite without getting sick.
Snails and slugs carry the infective larva that later harm moose and elk.
New blood tests can detect brain worm infections in live animals early.
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• Beauty sleep gives your skin time to repair and stay firm.
• Deep sleep lowers stress hormones and boosts collagen.
• Sleepless nights speed up dryness, wrinkles, and breakouts.
• Prioritizing rest helps you look healthier and more attractive.
Have you ever wondered why people call good rest “beauty sleep”? Actually,...
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Detroit kids under 18 were nearly three times more likely to end up in the hospital for asthma than other Michigan kids.
September brings the biggest rise in asthma flare-ups for children.
A clear asthma action plan guides parents and teachers when symptoms appear.
Simple steps at...
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Confusion over COVID-19 vaccine availability sparked tense moments in a Senate hearing.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. incorrectly claimed the vaccine is widely accessible.
HHS policies may be making it harder for many people to get the shot.
The CDC will offer clearer...
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President Trump targets drug companies for misleading advertisements.
100 cease and desist letters sent to major pharmaceutical firms.
Thousands of warning letters issued over unsafe drug marketing.
Health leaders Kennedy Jr. and Makary gain new powers to regulate ads.
Concern grows over hidden side effects in TV...
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The Trump administration destroyed nearly $10 million worth of birth control supplies.
USAID claimed the pills “induced abortion,” though they prevent pregnancy before it starts.
Critics warn this action hurts women in low-income countries.
Experts say the move contradicts U.S. policy and the law.
Why the US Destroyed...
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• FDA Commissioner Marty Makary avoided direct vaccine safety questions about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
• He insisted no one faces barriers to getting Covid shots, including pregnant women.
• The discussion shifted to new rules for pharmaceutical ads instead of vaccine guidance.
• Critics worry this deflection leaves important vaccine...
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A man in North Carolina faced an insurance denial for crucial mental health treatment after two suicide attempts.
His wife fought back, appealed internal denials, and sought a rare external review.
An independent psychiatrist reviewer overruled the insurer’s claim of “not medically necessary.”
Insurance denials leave many...
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Robert Malone clashed with Sen. Richard Blumenthal over a vaccine meme at a Senate hearing.
Blumenthal argued Malone’s meme compared vaccines to Russian roulette.
Malone denied the meme inspired the CDC shooter and called the claim “in your mind.”
The heated exchange highlighted tension over vaccine debates...
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The Make America Healthy Again Commission released 128 ideas to boost children’s health.
• Scientists say the plan feels scattered and lacks real steps and funding.
• Some experts applaud its focus on diet and exercise but worry about cuts to support programs.
• Critics note the report clashes with moves...
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Doctor union membership rose from 5.7% in 2014 to about 8% in 2024.
Residents and interns show the strongest interest in joining a doctor union.
High student debt, unpaid administrative work, and burnout drive union growth.
Corporate employment and threats from nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and AI...
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Philadelphia ranks as the fourth worst city to live in for people with asthma.
September is the peak month for asthma attacks due to rising pollen, mold, and indoor air issues.
Most Pennsylvania schools lack plans to manage indoor air quality, worsening asthma risks.
Some inhalers now...
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Top officials aim to waive privacy to study vaccine data.
They want to see if Covid shots harm pregnant women.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. drives the push.
FDA’s Marty Makary and Vinay Prasad lead the review.
The effort follows claims of child deaths linked to...
